Dumfries and Galloway MP Alister Jack to remain as Scottish Secretary Mr Jack was reappointed to the role by Rishi Sunak on Tuesday, having previously served under Boris Johnson and Liz Truss Daily Record · Oct 27, 2022
7 policies from Liz Truss's 49-day regime that Rishi Sunak binned in 48 hours Liz Truss left office with a plea for her successor to carry on her work. It's fair to say Rishi Sunak is not doing that. From fracking and pensions to defence spending, here are some of the ideas he's ripping to shreds Daily Mirror · Oct 27, 2022
Nato ally Estonia urges Rishi Sunak to increase UK defence spending Mr Sunak has not matched a pledge by his predecessor Liz Truss to boost defence spending from 2% to 3% of GDP by 2030. The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2022
Rishi Sunak rewards loyalists and demotes Liz Truss allies in ministerial shake-up Rishi Sunak appeared to demote the allies of his predecessor and reward his own supporters as he ploughed on with a ministerial shake-up. Evening Standard · Oct 27, 2022
Thursday briefing: Is Northern Ireland about to face another election? In today’s newsletter: As a Brexit row continues on the eve of a deadline for the DUP to take up its role at Stormont, Ireland correspondent Rory Carroll explains what might happen next The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2022
Cost of living crisis: Stop the Squeeze calls for wealthiest to ‘pay proper share’ of tax Coalition of 40-plus charities and groups launches amid fears of spending cuts to plug public finances The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2022
With Rishi Sunak, the City’s takeover of British politics is complete For all the talk about the thinktanks of Tufton Street, it’s the Square Mile that truly rules Westminster, says Aeron Davis, professor of political communication at Victoria University The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2022
Rishi Sunak news – live: PM warned spies may be reluctant to share secrets with Braverman Intelligence agencies may think twice about sharing information, former home secretary says The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2022
What the papers say – October 27 The front pages focus on the new Prime Minister, Ukraine and the upcoming World Cup. The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2022
Health service’s future is at stake if Scottish Government don't make patients top priority Improvements must be made in every area if we are to retain our 'cherished' NHS, writes the Record View. Daily Record · Oct 27, 2022
What will Rishi Sunak do for Scotland as cross-border tensions loom over Indyref2 and austerity? The new Prime Minister called the First Minister on his first day but the two administrations look set to clash on several issues in the months ahead. Daily Record · Oct 27, 2022
Sunak rewards loyalists and demotes Truss allies in ministerial shake-up The Prime Minister tore up his predecessor’s growth plan and delayed the highly-anticipated autumn budget in a packed first full day in the top job. The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022
UK government fracking U-turn ‘sets a good tone’, say climate activists Reversal comes as MPs warn national security is being jeopardised by climate-fuelled extreme weather The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022
Voice of the Mirror: 'Rishi Sunak has shown contempt for OAPs and low income households' As Chancellor, Sunak also broke the triple lock Tory manifesto promise on raising the state pension and axed a lifeline £20 weekly Universal Credit award to six million families Daily Mirror · Oct 26, 2022
Daily Mirror · Oct 26, 2022 Rishi Sunak threatens to take hundreds from people's pockets by raiding pensions Rishi Sunak has threatened to take hundreds of pounds from pensioner's pockets as he leans towards a raid on the triple lock - ditching a previous promise to increase it in line with rising prices
Bangkok Post · Oct 26, 2022 Rishi Sunak is a new and old-fashioned Tory It is a nice coincidence that Rishi Sunak has won the leadership of the Conservative Party, and hence the prime ministership, on the most important day of Diwali, the "festival of light" celebrated by Hindus, along with Sikhs, Jains, and some Buddhists. Diwali supposedly marks the triumph of "light over…
The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022 Truss allies accept demotions in new-look ministerial team as Sunak seeks unity Anne-Marie Trevelyan and Chris Philp have been made ministers in the Foreign Office and Home Office, respectively.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 26, 2022 From the economy to Rwanda, Rishi Sunak inherits a hefty in-tray As crises and party management problems loom, PM must act soon to try to reverse Tories’ poor poll ratings
The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022 PM tells Taoiseach he wants ‘negotiated outcome’ to NI Protocol The two leaders held a phone conversation on Wednesday evening.
Nottingham Post · Oct 26, 2022 Reports MP Nadia Whittome in 'talks' with Labour Party over deleted Rishi Sunak tweet 'misinformed' "No further action expected by her or by the whip"
Evening Standard · Oct 26, 2022 Rishi Sunak defends Suella Braverman reappointment as PM restores fracking ban The Prime Minister is facing questions over the move amid calls for an official inquiry into Ms Braverman breaking the ministerial code
Reuters · Oct 26, 2022 EU looks forward to working with UK on Ukraine crisis, climate change, von der Leyen says European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday she spoke with new British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and is looking forward to working on issues such as Russia’s war on Ukraine and climate change.
The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022 Labour attacks ‘disgraceful’ delay as Online Safety Bill dropped from schedule Government ‘can’t decide if it wants to keep children safe online’, says Labour’s Lucy Powell
France 24 · Oct 26, 2022 As PM Rishi Sunak takes the reins in Britain, hopes for improved France-UK relations UK-France relations have been marked by tensions ever since Brexit, whether over fishing rights or submarine deals. Will new Prime Minister Rishi Sunak improve relations with Britain’s neighbour and ally across the Channel – and notably French President Emmanuel Macron? We take a look at some of the key similarities,…
The Guardian - UK · Oct 26, 2022 Sunak dismantles remainder of Truss legacy on first full day in office Prime minister abandons fracking and refuses to guarantee pensions triple lock or defence spending rise